V.C.O. NEWSLETTER
Viper Club of Ontario
Publisher JEFF GREEN
Volume No. 1Issue No.4Date JULY 2004
A MESSAGE FROM YOUR PRESIDENT
July is the most active month for our members. We have the Drag Racing Challenge between the Ontario and the Michigan clubs July 4th, at Grand Bend. The commemorative T-shirts for the occasion were handed to me by Jeff yesterday, we also decided to drop the price to $15 instead of $20 our cost is $13, few hats left will go for the same price. We still have more free tickets for the drivers.
The Molson Indy for the lucky few is also held July 9th-11th. and the city parade on the 7th. The other major event is the Quebec City weekend which is in conjunction with the VCA Que. Region. We are anxiously looking forward for a nice cruise to Que. city, and a nice weekend with the French connection ( brush out on your la frances'!). We will rendezvous with the Que. Vipers on the outskirts of Montreal at noon on Friday, and then cruise together to Que. City.
Would like to welcome to the club Dr. Gabriel Attallah from St. Catharine, Tony Oram and Angie from Burlington, and Dr. Jerry Tracy from Lancaster, NY. Also, to thank the Chapins for their generous contribution for the Sick Kids. Enjoy your summer and play safe.
Nabil
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
Treasurer: Eda Vanderveen: Email: Eda Vanderveen
UPCOMING V.C.O. EVENTS FOR JULY
Ready to do something that's really a "drag"? Sunday July 4th is the Viper Club of America Ontario Chapter at Grand Bend Dragway for the Annual Mopar Drag Day, sponsored by Canada's Viper Headquarters - Wellington Chrysler Jeep Dodge. There's a dedicated Viper only class, trophies, Viper only parking area, and the air conditioned Wellington Chrysler Jeep Dodge VIP Suite. As an added bonus, the Motor City Viper Club is going to cross the river and take us on head to head for the ultimate prize - bragging rights! They're still mad about us burning down their White House and since it is July 4th they're coming for revenge! No experience is necessary - instruction will be provided to beginners - all you need is your Viper, a helmet, and a serious desire to defend your country's honour...
July 4th, Grand Bend Challenge- CAN - AM Drag Racing Challenge at Grand Bend. Commemorative t-shirts are made for this occasion designed in house by Jeff Green. This inaugural race will set a trend of cross boarder challenge between, the Motor City Vipers and the Ontario Viper, who will take the trophy home!!!
We have a limited amount of t-shirt made for this occasion available at the end of June, if you wish to buy one of these limited number t-shirts ($15) reserve now indicating size. Drivers at the race will receive free a t-shirt. (see attachment)
The Molson Indy for the lucky few is also held July 9th-11th. and the city parade on the 7th.
Historic Quebec City Visit: July 31- Aug 1st. (Tentative schedule),
We leave East Toronto (location will be designated later) at 7 A.M. sharp, to be in Montreal suburbia around noon. Will hook up with about a dozen Quebec Vipers for an early afternoon arrival at Quebec City, return trip is on Sunday after Brunch.
We will have Friday, Sat. dinners and brunch with our friends from the Quebec Vipers. Don't miss this event, it will be fun!
I have noticed Gilbert Kee, John Guyitt and Mike Lee have already registered, will do the same here today.
The hotel is anxious! Please confirm, as there are 37 rooms almost the whole hotel is reserved for one big Viper party.
Please call and reserve your room ASAP.
Hotel toll free line 1-888-541-0405 or directly at 1-418-521-4488. Hotel website,
www.royalwilliam.com
Hotel Special Rates:
- 19 Superior rooms with Queen size beds $149.00
- 7 Superior rooms with two Queen size beds $159.00
- 3 Deluxe rooms with two Queen size beds $179.00
- 11 Suites with King size beds $199.00
Weekly Car Shows Every Wed. Maple View Mall Cruise Night, Burlington. This is the
Largest Car Show in Canada (5-9 p.m.)
REPORTS ON LAST MONTHS EVENTS
Upon the arrival at Dan's place we were greeted with a live band and an amazing catered lunch. There was calamari, barbecued chicken, hamburgers and everything in between.
Dan then released a Great Horned Owl and a Red Tailed Hawk (which he rehabilitated after it flew into a window) back into the wilderness.
Everyone gathered in front of the 15 Vipers and 5 Prowlers for a group picture, and the women had some of their "interesting" poses taken with the cars as well.
There was no lack of fun to be had for the kids as well, they enjoyed swimming, chasing each other with the water guns, and most of all smashing the pinata to bits!
Overall the day was a great success, many thanks go out to Dan and Onita for hosting and organizing this event, you guys did an amazing job! We hope you all have a safe and enjoyable summer, and we look forward to seeing you again at the next event!
Lucas S.
For another awsome display of Lucas's photography on the Viper Prowler event follow this link.
NON V.C.O. (scheduled) EVENTS
Event: Viper cruise to the Finger Lakes Region
> > Where: Dundee, NY
> > Date(s): July 9th 2004, July 10th 2004
> > Time: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
> > Link: http://www.Glenora.com
> > Contact: Joe Oneto 914-428-1569 /cell=914-629-2109 [email]
> >
> > Meeting Place: Amoco gas station in North White Plains.
> >
> > Enjoy a unique combination of luxurious accommodations,
> > fine regional cuisine and premium wines in a vineard setting
> > at the Inn of Glenora Wine Cellars.
> >
> > Join us for a beautiful cruise to the Finger Lakes Region
> > in upper western NY. I have blocked 6 rooms. More may become
> > available at the Glenora Inn on route 14 in Dundee, NY.
> > All rooms have a jacuzzi and face Lake Seneca.
> >
> > Upstate Viper owners please join us on Saturday for a cruise
> > and dinner at the Glenora. There is a race a Watkins Glen that weekend,
> the Glen Nationals, so
> > please rsvp back
> > to me asap for head count. The restaurant will be busy.
> >
> > Thanks,
> > Joe Oneto, President ~ VCA
> > NY/CT Region
> > 914-428-1569
> >
> > Glenora Inn
> > The block is under the Viper Club #27804.
> > Room rate is $235/night
> > 1-800-243-5513
> > www.Glenora.com
> >
> > The Inn at Glenora Wine Cellars is conveniently located in the beautiful
> Finger Lakes Wine region
> > of New York State, on the West side and Southern end of Seneca Lake on
Rt.
> 14,
> > approximately 34 miles south of Geneva (NYS Thruway Exit 42)
> > or eight miles north of Watkins Glen
MEMBERS NEWS AND MODS
A reminder, May 31st is the last date to receive the early bird registration price of $165 a night, after that it is $180 a night. This is going to be a great event...we've got the VCA Edition Drive-Away, the Viper only parade, all the track activities(including driving the Ram SRT-10 and Crossfire!), the banquets, the tech talks with SRT engineers, Memorabilia Shopping and few surprises!
How are we getting down to Dallas in September? Here are your options:
A) Mackie Transportation, information and price are given below, keep this sheet for future reference.
B) Direct flight Toronto - Dallas Fort Worth (DFW ) / DFW- Toronto Airport.
C) Driving your car in our convoy.
D) Taking a trailer or a coach.
Here is a list of the names who have registered so far for the VOI.8:
Nabil Arafat
Patrick Chapin
Sonny Stone
Henny Verheggen
Chris Wojcicki
Ted woods
Mackie transport
$1229.35 Canadian per vehicle including Fuel Surcharge Round Trip Rate
$614.68 Canadian per vehicle including Fuel Surcharge One Way Rate
Vehicle picking up in Montreal, Pq will be picked up at door and delivered to one location in Dallas, TX for pickup by each individual. Pick up/Drop off point in Dallas, TX TBD at a later date.
Vehicle that are located on Toronto, ON and surrounding area we request that these vehicles be brought to our location in Oshawa, ON for loading and delivered to one location in Dallas, TX for pick up by each individual. Pick up/Drop off point in Dallas, TX TBD at a later date.
Payment for the movement of each vehicle can happen in a couple of different ways. By Visa or Mastercard upon booking of the vehicle. Note that the credit card will not be processed at our office until actual pick up/loading of vehicle has occurred, or be certified cheque or cash upon pick up of vehicle.
A package must be sent to each individual for boarder crossing purposes. Please note that we would like to get the paperwork back as soon as possible from each individual.
This is also a fully enclosed Auto Transport that will be moving the vehicles.
Insurance coverage is up to $5000.00 with a $500.00 deductible. However most of individuals insurance already covers the vehicles while in transport.
Thanks
Shona Esler
Mackie Auto Transport
CLASSIFIED ADS
Please note there will be a small fee for commercial ads in this section. Members with personal items may make submissions free of charge. The VCO will not attempt to verify any submitted content contained in this newsletter.
FOR SALE:
2002 has a painted yellow engine, Roller Rockers, B&B headers, Corsa Cat Back, Yellow Roll Bar, and a few other goodies I would suggest calling Mike or Ted woods at 519 822 8950
WANTED:
Hello fellow Vipers and Vipresses (sp?)
Sadly, Frank just sold his 94 Red RT/10. I've been nagging him for a gorgeous dress I saw on Rodeo Drive so he finally gave in.
Okay, so that was lame.
Seriously, it was hard for him to let it go. He loved it. (and the attention that came with it)
He is now searching to find a 2003. (so much for my dress)(Kevin? I spoke to your friend Andrew from Performance Chrysler about his inventory).
He does have his eye on one now but if anyone knows anyone who is selling a 2003, please email the information.
We decided that when he gets another one, we are going to make make more time to participate in more viper events. We were really looking forward to Dallas but not knowing if he'll have another one by then, we didn't book. Does anyone know if we can still book late?
"When you've already owned a Viper, it's hard to live without".
Thanks and enjoy the warm, Viper season.
Mary & Frank DeFrancesco
Does anyone know where I can find a front licence plate holder that is removable. I understand someone makes an aftermarket version that snaps on and off the front center spoiler. I've received 2 warnings and two tickets thus far. I was told by the last OPP officer that a memo has gone out to check on all vipers seen. Apparently most snake owners don't have front plates mounted. Be on the lookout!
Regards
Morris Manna
NOTES FROM YOUR V.P.
As you know we have nominated Nabil to the position of Director at Large in the VCA. This is a very prestigious position. We had 20 votes almost overnight and the next few days over 30 so now he's in the hands of higher powers.
Good luck Nabil.
If you have anything to offer to future newsletters, please feel free to contact or send things here.
Jeff Green.
